Olympic Boxer Vanes Martirosyan Dies at 39 After Cancer Battle

The boxing world is in mourning following the death of former U.S. Olympian Vanes Martirosyan, who passed away at the age of 39. His family confirmed the news after a prolonged two-year struggle with cancer, a battle he faced after a prominent career in the sport. Martirosyan's early life saw him represent the United States at the 2004 Athens Olympics when he was just 18 years old.

Martirosyan's professional boxing career, which spanned from 2005 to 2018, was marked by significant achievements. He competed in 41 bouts, securing 36 wins, with 21 of those victories coming by knockout. He held an undefeated record for a considerable period before facing tough challenges, including world title fights against top opponents.

His journey in boxing began under the guidance of Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach. Despite his courage in facing formidable opponents and his valiant fight against cancer, Martirosyan's loss leaves a profound void. His legacy is remembered for his strength, heart, and the impact he had on everyone he met.